So, you have decided to launch an app for your business in Dubai. Your business is thriving and now you want to expand it. And you are looking for an online platform to engage with them and keep them informed with the latest news about it.
People are hooked on their phones. Statistics tell us 10% of people check their phones after every four minutes — man, this is insane! And guess what, mobile phone users are prone to buy stuff online — even if they don’t really need it.
This is why more and more people are investing in mobile app development to establish themselves as a credible business. A mobile app helps you to stand out among your competitors as your separate identity.
But the thing is, how do you choose the best mobile app development company in Dubai to develop your app? Here are a few tips to keep in mind to avoid any inconvenience and get the best possible results:
1.Decide Your Budget
Mobile app development in Dubai can cost anything between AED 15,000 to AED 500,000. Prices vary from app to app, the platform for which you need it, and the functionalities you are looking for.
In the initial stage, people remain ambiguous about their budget. You must have a fixed budget in mind in order to explore your options. And of course, the lower it gets the more difficult it will be for you to convince a reliable company or developer to design your app.
Make sure you don’t hire a novice developer or an unknown company for this job. The end result will have hundreds of bugs and other issues. It’s better to increase your budget rather than spend on fixing post-development issues.
2.Take Estimates From 3 to 5 Different Companies
As you do while shopping, follow the same practice here. Get estimates from multiple companies. This will give you a better idea of the best price you can get — neither too low nor too high. Don’t go for the lowest one if they don’t have a strong portfolio.
Once done, compare the portfolios and prices, post-development facilities offered by the companies, and choose the one that sounds the best option to you.
3.Check Client Reviews
Don’t just rely on the testimonials on site. Check out if the company has a business profile on Google, you can find reviews there. See how the company treats its clients there. Moreover, check the satisfaction level of the client.
If a company doesn’t take the reviews seriously or sounds rude to its clients in the review section, that means it lacks ethics. And if you choose to work with the same company, chances are it’s not going to be a great experience.
4. See if They Have Any Case Studies
All credible companies have case studies available on their official website. These case studies can give you an idea about the expertise and skill level of their app development team.
What kind of apps they have developed before, native or cross-platform ones, and what businesses they have served.
For example, if you need an app for your food business, look for similar apps in their case studies. Likewise, if you are an e-commerce business, you can check the e-commerce apps in their portfolio/case study section.
This little research will be sufficient to determine the skill level of their team. And, if they can deliver what you are looking for.
5.Reach Out to Their Clients
Spending thousands of dirhams on your mobile app isn’t a small investment. And if you don’t get what you expected, it will be a huge loss. So it’s better to double-check everything. Another thing you can do is reach out to their clients on LinkedIn, Facebook, or via mail.
Ask them if they are really happy with their services, and what was their experience while working with a certain company. Reading testimonials on site and getting testimonials in real-time are two different things.
Most likely they will be 100% honest with you and guide you with all pros and cons of working with your chosen company. If they are comfortable telling you how much the XYZ company charged them for the app, you will get a rough idea at what price you can crack the deal.
6.Don’t Start Working without a Contract/Agreement
A lot of people make this mistake, they rely on a verbal agreement and there’s no paperwork done to avoid any inconvenience in the future. When you have decided to hire a certain app development company for this job, prepare a formal agreement.
Jot down everything you have agreed on, like the functionalities, timeline, price, post-development support, and everything.
Summary
In 2021, if you are expecting your business to thrive without a mobile app, then you are living in a fantasy world. A mobile app enables you to reach billions of people all around the globe. But for that, your app must be really good. Make sure you collaborate with the right company to get the job done with 100% accuracy and within the given timeline.
